Zhenish Kanybekovich Seydaliev has been appointed as the first deputy minister of natural resources, ecology, and technical supervision, as reported by the ministry's press service. Akyil Toktobaev, head of the Ministry of Natural Resources, introduced the new deputy to the team.
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on March 4, Ismanali Joroev, a deputy, expressed his concerns about the state of the Karagachevaya Grove, which unfortunately remains undervalued and suffers from litter pollution. He emphasized that the Karagachevaya Grove is one of the oldest and most valuable green spaces in the capital, founded in 1981 by botanist Fetisov. The total area of this site is 136.6 hectares, but only 40 hectares are well-maintained. It is home to dozens of species of trees and
From February 25 to 27, a meeting took place in Almaty to discuss preparations for the Regional Environmental Summit of Central Asian countries (RES-2026). Delegates from Kyrgyzstan, as well as representatives from Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, and Turkmenistan, participated in this event. Among the participants were also international organizations and partners such as UNDP, FAO, GIZ, UNEP, UNESCO, WWF, IUCN, and representatives of the secretariats of international conventions.
On the morning of March 4, fog is reported in Bishkek, reducing visibility to 2000 meters. This message was received from the Ministry of Emergency Situations. The Ministry of Emergency Situations strongly recommends that drivers maintain a safe distance and not neglect traffic rules; it is advisable to wait until the fog clears.
At the meeting held on March 3, the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh dealing with issues of the judicial system, law enforcement, and anti-terrorist activities discussed a draft law concerning amendments to the Law "On Road Traffic" and the Code of Offenses. The main goal of this initiative is to reduce air pollution related to motor vehicles, as well as to strengthen environmental control. According to one of the co-authors of the draft law, Deputy Adilet Belekov, the main task is to
On March 3, the XII award ceremony for rangers and activists who made significant contributions to the fight against poaching across the country took place in Bishkek. This event was timed to coincide with World Wildlife Day, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources. This year, diplomas and cash prizes were awarded to 35 rangers and citizens who demonstrated courage in 40 cases of legal violations. Since the initiative began, 171 individuals have been honored for
Weather forecast for the Kyrgyz Republic on March 4. According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, rain and snow are expected at night in some regions, such as Talas, Osh, Jalal-Abad, Batken, and Naryn provinces. In the mountainous areas of Chui and Issyk-Kul provinces, snowfall is anticipated, while no precipitation is forecasted in the agricultural zones of these provinces. In the morning and daytime, significant parts of the republic will experience rain and snow, with heavy precipitation
During the meeting, Deputy Minister Kanatbek Chynybaev and the delegation from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) discussed key aspects of the project aimed at reducing landslide risks. Meeting participants emphasized the importance of the quality and timely execution of all planned activities.
According to IQAir, on March 2, 2026, in Bishkek at 5:00 PM, the air quality index reached 164 AQI. This level is considered unhealthy.
Weather forecast for Kyrgyzstan on March 3. According to the data from Kyrgyzhydromet, on the night of March 2 to 3, significant portions of the territories of Chui, Talas, Osh, Jalal-Abad, Issyk-Kul, and Naryn regions are expected to experience rain and snow, with a significant amount of snow falling in mountainous areas. In some places in the Batken region, precipitation is also possible.
From March 2 to 5, avalanches, snow drifts, ice, and snow cover are expected in the mountainous regions of Kyrgyzstan due to unstable weather conditions. According to the Kyrgyz Hydrometeorological Service, avalanche-prone areas will be located on the following roads:
In 2025, 42 inspections and 561 raids were conducted in the field of plant and animal protection, reports the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources, summarizing the year. As a result of these activities, 567 violations were identified, with a total amount of imposed fines reaching 3 million 907.5 thousand soms, of which 3 million 594.5 thousand soms were successfully collected.
In 2025, the Ministry of Nature of Kyrgyzstan conducted 42 inspections and 561 raid activities aimed at the protection of plant and animal life. According to information from the agency, as a result of these raids, 567 violations were identified, leading to fines totaling 3,907,500 soms, of which 3,594,500 soms have already been collected. At Lake Issyk-Kul, 99 raids were conducted, resulting in 63 fines totaling 335,500 soms. Lawsuits were also filed for a total of 3,038,162 soms, of which
From March 2 to 5, avalanches and ice are forecasted in the mountainous regions of Kyrgyzstan and on the highways due to adverse weather conditions. According to the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, avalanche-prone areas and areas with ice are located on the following roads:
According to information from IQAir, as of 5:00 PM on March 1, 2026, the air quality index in Bishkek is 191 AQI. This value indicates an unhealthy level of air quality.
According to Kyrgyzhydromet, unstable weather is expected across the country on March 2. Rain and snow are possible at night in the Talas and Jalal-Abad regions, with snow also predicted in the mountainous areas. Snow is expected in the mountains of the Chui and Batken regions, while no precipitation is forecasted in the other regions. During the day, rain mixed with snow will occur in most areas of the Chui, Talas, Osh, Jalal-Abad, and Batken regions, with snow in the mountains. Fog is
From February 28 to March 5, snowfall is forecasted in the mountainous regions of Kyrgyzstan, which may lead to avalanches, as well as the formation of snowdrifts and ice. According to the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, avalanche-prone areas are located on the following roads:
The weather in Kyrgyzstan on March 1. According to Kyrgyzhydromet, during the night, some areas of the Issyk-Kul region and the mountainous parts of the Chui region are expected to experience precipitation in the form of snow. No precipitation is forecasted in the other regions, including the agricultural zone of the Chui region. Clear weather will also persist throughout the day.
According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, due to the upcoming precipitation, snow avalanches, snow drifts, and the formation of ice are expected in the mountainous areas of the country. Avalanches may occur on the following sections of highways:
A seminar was held in Bishkek dedicated to the validation of the Seventh National Report of Kyrgyzstan on Biological Diversity, which demonstrates the country's achievements in fulfilling international commitments in the field of nature conservation. As reported by the press service of the Ministry of Nature, this report serves as a key tool for assessing Kyrgyzstan's progress within the Kunming-Montreal Global Framework for Biodiversity Conservation.
A team of scientists from the National Museum of Natural Sciences in Spain, in collaboration with the National University of Colombia, has found that chronic ocean warming leads to a stable annual decrease in fish biomass, reaching 19.8%. During the study, the waters of the Mediterranean Sea, North Atlantic, and the northeastern Pacific Ocean were analyzed. The researchers examined over 700,000 data points on biomass changes, collected from nearly 34,000 fish populations between 1993 and 2021.
As of February 27, 2026, according to information from IQAir, the air quality in Bishkek is 53 AQI. This figure corresponds to a satisfactory level.
A two-day seminar dedicated to the assessment of the beneficial ownership portal was held at the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision. According to the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources, participants at the seminar discussed the portal's compliance with the requirements of the 2023 IPDO Standard, its functional capabilities, the quality of the presented data, as well as the technical aspects of its creation and further development.
On February 26, a premiere screening of the documentary film "Ala-Too: In Pursuit of Disappearing Glaciers" took place in Bishkek. This project was realized through the joint efforts of journalists from Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan. The idea belongs to Munara Borombaeva, representing Bishkek, and Madina Ashilova from Almaty. The directors of the film are Munara Borombaeva and Madina Ashilova, while the editorial work was carried out by Anarkhan Altymyshova (Kyrgyzstan) and Kalimash